Question

The nurse is caring for a client awaiting test results on a biopsy. The client is unconscious, and the physician informs the client’s spouse that the biopsy came back positive for cancer. The spouse asks the nurse if they will not share this news with the client because they would prefer the client be unaware of the diagnosis. Which of the following responses is *most* appropriate?

Accepted Answer

“For ethical reasons, I am unable to withhold this information from the client.”

Answer

“You will need to sign paperwork stating you are accepting the risk of not sharing this with the client.”

Answer

“ You must have a durable power of attorney for health care advanced directive in place before I can consider this request.”

Answer

“I will have a psychiatrist confirm that the news will cause negative effects, and if so, I will comply with your request.”

Question 47 - Coordinated Care Practice Test for the NCLEX-PN Exam

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